CVE-2026-4169: Tecnick TCExam XML Export tce_xml_users.php F_xml_export_users cross site scripting
A security flaw has been discovered in Tecnick TCExam up to 16.6.0. Affected is the function Fxmlexportusers of the file admin/code/tcexmlusers.php of the component XML Export. Performing a manipulation results in cross site scripting. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. There are still doubts about whether this vulnerability truly exists. Upgrading to version 16.6.1 is able to address this issue. The patch is named 899b5b2fa09edfe16043f07265e44fe2022b7f12. It is suggested to upgrade the affected component. When the vendor was informed about another security issue, he identified and fixed this flaw during analysis. He doubts the impact of this: "However, this is difficult to justify as security issue. It requires to be administrator to both create and consume the exploit. Administrators can do pretty much anything in the platform, so I don't see the point of this from a security perspective." This is reflected by the CVSS vector.
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-4169?
CVE-2026-4169 is identified as a cross-site scripting vulnerability, which can lead to the execution of arbitrary scripts in the context of the user’s session.
How do I fix CVE-2026-4169?
To fix CVE-2026-4169, update Tecnick TCExam to version 16.6.1 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
What version of Tecnick TCExam is affected by CVE-2026-4169?
CVE-2026-4169 affects Tecnick TCExam versions up to and including 16.6.0.
What component of Tecnick TCExam is vulnerable in CVE-2026-4169?
The vulnerable component in CVE-2026-4169 is the XML Export functionality specifically in the F_xml_export_users function.
Can CVE-2026-4169 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2026-4169 can potentially lead to data theft by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary scripts that could manipulate user sessions.